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Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida

2.0 star property

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida

Welcome to The Happy Mermaid Retreat! This serene waterfront oasis in Hernando Beach, FL, offers natural light, a spacious porch, and canal views. Perfect for up to 10 guests, it features a King bed, full bed, sofa bed, and en-suite bathroom. Enjoy kayaking, fishing off the dock, or relaxing on the private patio. Close to local attractions like Weeki Wachee Springs and Pine Island Park, this retreat is ideal for a memorable coastal getaway. Book now and start your adventure!

Property manager

geoffrey Rodriguez

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Padel
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Spring Hill, this vacation home is near the beach. Weeki Wachee Springs and Weekiwachee Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Adventure Coast Fun Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hernando Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Nature Coast Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Weeki Wachee Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Bayport Park Boat Ramp - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Weeki Wachee River - 22 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida?

As of Aug 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $213.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Weekiwachee Preserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Bowlero Spring Hill. Show Palace Dinner Theater and Colorama Music are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Family-friendly home in Hernando Beach, Florida Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time very nice place

Beautiful house outdoor setting is really nice especially with the water in the back highly recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Well laid out design and decorated nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

N J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Overnight Stay

Needed a single night after a 2 week holiday. Property is extremely well presented and facilities are excellent. Only negative was not recieving any check in instructions due to a technical outage. This was dealt with brilliantly by the host once made aware.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better then advertised

We thoroughly enjoyed this home. Other then going up to local bar and grills couple blocks away for appetizers and a drink we never wanted to leave the property. It has everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you would hope for and more.

We have been using VRBO exclusively for about 14 years now, from Scotland to Hawaii. We have stayed probably 2 dozen different place at in a number of very nice properties.This home was quite lovely in a pleasant, safe and quiet neighborhood. I will say this property tops the list as far as comfort and amenities. The house was lovely and had everything you would expect from a conscientious owner. This property went above and beyond with numerous items that you would like to find and numerous items that reflect the owners pride in his property.I have no hesitations in recommending this property or the owner if you are considering a visiting the Gulf coast area.Thanks so much for your conscientious and considerate hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osmel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lo mejor de lo mejor, todo lo que necesitas para pasar unos días en familia lo encuentras en la casa. Se la recomiendo sinceramente
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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